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Division of Applied Sciences, Computing & Engineering John Worden Principal Lecturer in Computing Undergraduate Programme Leader
Honours Degrees: BSc (Hons) Computing Undergraduate Degrees BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security BSc (Hons) Telecommunications BSc (Hons) Computer Game Development BSc (Hons) Creative Computing BSc (Hons) Immersive Technology BSc (Hons) Intelligent Computing BSc (Hons) Computing Philosophy BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Informatics BSc (Hons) Library and Information Management All programmes have Kick-Start, PT, HNC, HND or FdSc options
Taught Masters Degrees: MSc/MComp Computing Postgraduate Degrees MSc/MComp Computer Science MSc Computer Networking MSc High Performance Computing MSc Learning and Technology MComp Computer Games Development MComp Computer Networks and Security PGCert in Computing for Teachers Research Degrees: MPhil and PhD All taught programmes have PT, PGCert and PGDip options Our research was rated as World- Leading in the latest national assessment
Part-time Awards - Degrees Higher National Certificate (HNC): HNC Computing HND Computing Honours Degrees: BSc (Hons) Computing Top-Up (Level 6)
Part-time Route
Module Title Core/ Optional Level Existing Module Code Credit Value Artificial Intelligence O 5 COM521 20 Serious Games Technology O 5 COM522 20 3D Modelling & Animation O 5 COM505 20 Audio Technology for Games O 5 COM503 20 Internet & Mobile App Development O 5 COM502 20 Server Technology O 5 COM523 20 Data Communications and Networks O 5 COM524 20 Applied Programming O 5 COM526 20 Human Computer Relationships O 5 COM527 20 Databases and Web-based Information Systems O 5 COM533 20 Agile Application Development O 5 COM518 20 Database Administration and Optimisation O 5 COM519 20 HND Project Implementation C (HND) 5 COM536 20 HND Project Design C (HND) 5 COM535 20 Responsible Computing C (HND) 5 COM528 20 HNC Project C (HNC) 5 COM534 30 Computational Thinking O 4 COM418 20 Interactive Design O 4 COM419 20 Computing Maths O 4 COM420 20 Digital Media Principles O 4 COM405 20 Network Technologies O 4 COM421 20 Web Technologies O 4 COM423 20 Managing Data O 4 COM425 20 Intro to JavaScript programming and DOM scripting O 4 COM417 20 Computer Systems C 4 COM424 20 Problem Solving with Programming C 4 COM426 20 Professional Development in Computing: Information Engineering C 4 COM427 20
4 Year Kick-Start Degree All BSc (Hons) Computing Subjects (4 years including foundation year) This is a new option. If you do not meet the entry requirements for the three-year honours degree you should consider this option kick-start year for students to study for one year before joining the honours degree
4 year MCOMP structure MComp Computing Year 4 MComp Computer Science Year 4 MComp Computer Networks & Security Year 4 MComp Computer Games Development Year 4 Level 6 BSc(Hons) Computing Year 3 BSc(Hons) Computer Science Year 3 MComp Computer Networks & Security Year 3 MComp Computer Games Development Year 3 Level 5 BSc(Hons) Computing Year 2 BSc(Hons) Computer Science Year 2 MComp Computer Networks & Security Year 2 MComp Computer Games Development Year 2 Level 5 BSc(Hons) Computing Year 1 BSc(Hons) Computer Science Year 1 MComp Computer Networks & Security Year 1 MComp CompuLevel 7 ter Games Development Year 1
Honours Degrees: BSc (Hons) Computing BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security BSc (Hons) Telecommunications BSc (Hons) Computer Game Development BSc (Hons) Creative Computing BSc (Hons) Immersive Technology BSc (Hons) Intelligent Computing BSc (Hons) Computing Philosophy BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Informatics BSc (Hons) Library and Information Management
Immersive technology Immersive technology is a computer-generated simulation of reality with physical, spatial and visual dimensions. An exciting area of computing used in art, entertainment and gaming as well as by industry, education and for medical purposes.
Intelligent Computing Intelligent Computing; advanced computing methods and techniques based on classical computational intelligence, artificial intelligence, and intelligent agents. Apply your knowledge on real life projects and work placements with our new degree. Computer science is a rapidly area and gaining new knowledge and skills is critical to the success of complex information systems for businesses and organisations. Our new degree is similar to a traditional computer science degree and has a strong emphasis on the principles of computer science and practical programming. You will gain an understanding of the fundamental theory, principles and contemporary issues in intelligent computing and the computing techniques that are making an impact on businesses and organisations.
Computing Philosophy What exactly is computation? Is a computer just an electronic brain or is there a fundamental difference? Is there a difference between the ways in which a computer and a human solve problems? What is intelligence? Is machine intelligence different to human intelligence? Are there limits to what computers can and can't do? Are some problems harder than others? What does the future of Computing look like? How does computing relate to the rest of technology? Can computers continue to get smaller, faster and more powerful or is there some natural limit? What are the social, legal, ethical and environmental impacts of technological development? Will quantum computing, biological computing or optical computing take over from conventional electronic computing? Will we reach a point at which computers and robots are better and more powerful than humans? What will happen then?
Our emphasis is on serving the real-world career needs of students, and of the economy of North Wales. Glyndŵr offers: Varity of First degree subjects Taught and research-based higher degrees and other qualifications Professional qualifications EdExcel Higher National Certificates and Diplomas Collaborations with businesses
Moving Up/Looking Ahead
Why choose Computing? Computers are everywhere They are in almost all industries It s a degree that shows you can be : Analytical Creative
Possible Careers: IT based industries IT professionals in service sector Programmers Analysts Software Engineers System Implementers Database Administrators Networking Multimedia designers Web designers Game programmers Why Computing? Our Connections: Cisco Fujitsu IBM BT BAe Systems Siemens Scottish Power Shotton Paper Royal Sun Alliance Wrexham Council Cheshire CC & Cheshire Police CPC Pharmaceuticals MBNA Kelloggs & Lots of SME s
Teaching & Learning Methods Variety of approaches to suit the context Lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials Individual practical work Team working E-Learning Individual & group projects
Timetable Format The Working Week is from Monday to Friday The Working Day is from 09:00 to 1800 The Computer Laboratories are open from 0830 until 2100, Monday to Thursday (until 1730 on Fridays) The average week consists of: 8 hours of Lectures 8 hours of Tutorials 8 hours of Directed Study 12 hours of Private Study
Part Time Timetable Format Classes integrated with fulltime students - One full day per week* - Or - Two half days per week* The Working Day is from 09:00 to 1800 The Computer Laboratories are open from 0830 until 2100, Monday to Thursday (until 1730 on Fridays) * Subject to timetabling restrictions
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Contacts Professor Vic Grout Admissions Tutor v.grout@glyndwr.ac.uk John Worden Undergraduate Programme Leader j.worden@glyndwr.ac.uk Dr. John Davies Postgraduate Programme Leader daviesjn@glyndwr.ac.uk Rich Hebblewhite Games Degree Programme Leader r.hebblewhite@glyndwr.ac.uk Denise Oram Library & Information Practice Programme Leader d.oram@glyndwr.ac.uk Dr. Nigel Houlden Foundation/Kick-Start/HND Year Programme Leader n.houlden@glyndwr.ac.uk
Thank you! Any questions? John Worden Glyndŵr University
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